Kidd: Russell’s scoring ability can create space for teammates and also help Flagg

November 4th: The Mavericks lost to the Rockets 102-110 in an away game. After the game, Mavericks coach Kidd was interviewed by the media.

Kidd believes that Flagg's performance will be significantly improved when he appears with Russell: "Watching Russell's game, you know that his scoring ability can create offensive space for his teammates. I think this is where Russell can help Flagg, just like in the previous game against the Pistons , Russell’s shooting and scoring ability created more space for other teammates, and Flagg took advantage of these opportunities.”

Russell played 29 minutes in this game, making 2 of 10 shots, 1 of 6 three-pointers, 5 of 6 free throws, and scored 10 points, 4 rebounds, and 12 assists. Flagg made 5 of 10 shots, 2 of 5 three-pointers and scored 12 points, 5 rebounds, 2 assists and 1 steal.